Richard POWELL Obituary

Will never forget your cheeky grin, you always made my day when you and boys would pop into vbk for a drink. My love and condolences goes out to Isobel and family. R.I.P Richie xxx

So sorry to hear of the passing of Richie. He was a friend of my Dad Jim Bensemann. The last time I saw Richie it was at my Dad's funeral and he was his usual jovial smiling self. Thinking of you all at this sad time.

Judy Rolfe (nee Bensemann) Huntly.

A great man who was a true leader and friend you will be sorely missed much respect and aroha to Isobel and family.Hurricane (PTL 100) and family will miss the hay bailing!!!

Sending our condolences to the Powell family at this very sad time.
Ritchie Powell will be missed by many it still seems unreal but I know hes at peace now and pain free....
Gone but NEVER forgotten.Always in our hearts LOVE Bernie Ripia, Melina Haak, Vaughn Ripia and Larissa Haak-Ripia.

We will never forget you Richie, fond memories of you are and will always with be in our hearts. Richie Powell, the King of Hearts, your loving kindness and loving sense of humour live forever with us and we believe also with those whose lives you have touched. Love to you and Isobel. Love Linh & Brett Baillie

Sorry to hear of Richie's passing
Fond memories
Much sympathy to all
Barb Leaming and family

You are going to be sadly missed. We had some great times with both of you.

Rest in peace Richie.

Brian and Megan Piper.

Dearest Dad and Grandad You were such a beautiful,loving,caring,huggable soul. You will be so sadly missed by many. Our trips home to NZ wont be the same getting one of your big hugs but the hugs we got in the last few days will be precious and everlasting to Emma, Hannah and I. Our sincere condolences to all the family. Rest easy and now everything is kapai We loved you dearly Bronwyn, Emma and Hannah ❤

It was an absolute privilege knowing you for the 33yrs of my life, you were a great man that everyone respected. You were a sharp character and your humour was on point. Unfortunately I cannot be there to farewell you but I am sending all my love to Isobel and the family. Also a Big Shoutout to my Powell Transport Whanau, stay strong Boy's and do him proud!
Love Kimbo "Rest Easy Poppa Richie"

POWELL, Richie. Great friends are hard to find. Difficult to leave. Impossible to forget. Rest in peace our dear friend. Loving you always, Ben, Sharon and families.

POWELL, Richie. "A person's true wealth is the good he or she does in the world." We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of a great man. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Isobel and the family. With respect and admiration, Management and Staff A.G. Walter & Sons Ltd.

POWELL, Richard. My Brother was my first male friend in my life. No one understood me like by Bro did. God rest your soul Rich. While people come and people go in your life, my Brother will always remain my friend and be in my heart for a lifetime. Your loving Sis, Sue.

POWELL, Richie. It is very hard to say goodbye to our darling friend. You have left us with some amazing memories which we will cherish always. We love you, Eddie (Turbo) and Michelle.

POWELL, Richie. Sadly on 15 February 2017, much respected by Management and staff of Powell Transport. Our condolences and thoughts go out to Isobel and family. Richie will always be remembered for his kindness, humour and support, never to be forgotten and always remembered by Powell Transport.

POWELL, Richie. Our giant Kauri has fallen! Dearly loved friend and fishing buddy of Peter (Piddling Pete) and Linlee, and "legend" to Sam. Forever in our hearts.